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Immunization Awareness

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National Immunization Awareness Month is the perfect time to promote immunizations and remind everyone to get caught up on their shots.

Immunizations (or vaccinations) aren’t just for young kids and babies. They were developed to help protect us from serious diseases and illness at every age. Everyone over 6 months old needs a seasonal flu shot annually. Below is a list of immunizations that can benefit people at all ages.


                                         




For Young Children

Children under age 6 get a series of shots to protect against measles, polio, chicken pox, and hepatitis. Although these immunizations are routine at Pediatrician’s offices, it is important to make sure that they are actually being done. 

                                         






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For Preteens and Teens

All 11- and 12-year-olds need shots to help protect against tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough, and meningitis.

Doctors recommend girls also get the HPV vaccine to protect against the most common cause of cervical cancer. There has also been a lot of evidence to indicate that the HPV vaccine may be beneficial for young boys as well. 


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Adults (Ages 18+)

All adults need a tetanus shot every 10 years.

People age 65 or older need a one-time pneumonia shot.

Talk to your doctor or nurse about which shots you and your family may need.

**Any questions about vaccinations and which ones are right for you and your family, please speak with your health-care provider.



Outreach Ideas

Help spread the word about the need for regular vaccines.
 < http://www.healthfinder.gov/nho/augAnnounce.aspx>

Recommended vaccines:

>> 0-6 years old
http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/downloads/parent-ver-sch-0-6yrs.pdf

>> 7-18 years old
http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/who/teens/downloads/parent-version-schedule-7-18yrs.pdf

All About Flu Vaccines

What you need to know to keep you and your family safe?
http://www.medicinenet.com/flu_vaccination/article.htm

Put it into Practice

How can YOU help your home and community with their vaccines?

1. Organize a free or low-cost immunization clinic at a local community or health center.

2. Create and distribute an immunization tracking card.  Include space for people to record  the names and dates of their shots along with helpful facts and phone numbers.

3. Partner with a school nurse to host an immunization education event for parents at local schools.

4. Create and distribute an immunization reminder flyer to all the members of your organization.

5. Work with local summer camps to provide tips on the immunizations children need before they attend camp.



Materials

National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Disease
http://www.cdc.gov/ncird/

Schedule for Vaccinations
http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/recs/schedules/child-schedule.htm

Articles

FDA Parent’s Guide to Children’s Vaccines
http://www.fda.gov/downloads/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdate/ucm048771.pdf

Vaccines Publications
http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/default.htm

Local Resources

Get a flu shot near you!
http://www.flu.gov/individualfamily/vaccination/locator.html


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  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • EVENTS >
      • Events Near You!
      • Fall Conference >
        • MNA Conference 2013
        • MNA Conference 2014
      • Spring Conferences >
        • ANA Mass Convention 2013
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        • MaSNA Career Forum 2015
      • NSNA Annual Convention >
        • Past Events >
          • Open Meeting October 2016
          • Masna 2015 Career Forum- Boston College
          • Yankee Candle Fundraiser 2014
          • ANA Massachusetts Networking Social 2014
          • MaSNA BOD walks to defeat ALS 2014
          • ANA Massachusetts Fall Conference
          • MNA October Convention 2014
          • MASNA 2014 Career Forum
        • Nashville, TN 2014
        • Phoenix, AZ 2015
        • Dallas, Texas 2017
        • Nashville, TN 2018
    • Purpose of MASNA
    • Board of Directors
    • Bylaws
  • SNA State Chapters
    • Boston Region
    • Central Region
    • Northeast Region
    • Southeast/Cape Region
    • Western Region
  • Outreach Toolkits
    • Heart Health
    • American Diabetes Month
    • Breast Cancer Awareness
    • Immunization Awareness
    • Home Safety
    • Mental Health
    • Diaster Preparedness
  • RESOURCES
    • Scholarships
    • Professional Organizations
    • MaSNA's Career Center >
      • Job Resource
      • Educational Opportunities
      • Summer Opportunities for Nursing Students
    • Trending Healthcare Topics
  • Get Involved
    • NSNA Membership
    • Start School Chapter
    • Join Board of Directors
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    • Fair Share Project
  • VENDORS
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